Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitaea Cluj: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 April

Petrolul Ploiesti

W L L L L

8th place in Romania Liga I

0 - 2

16/04/2023 08:15

Universitaea Cluj

D D W W W

10th place in Romania Liga I

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitaea Cluj on 16 April 2023 (kick-off: 08:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitaea Cluj preview before placing your bet.

Petrolul Ploiesti are currently 8th with 36 points after 30 matches.
Universitaea Cluj sit 10th with 34 points from 30 matches.
Head-to-head history favors Petrolul Ploiesti, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Universitaea Cluj have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 16/04/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Farul Constanta	64	30	19	7	4	54	28	26
02 CFR Cluj	63	30	20	3	7	54	28	26
03 FC Steaua Bucuresti	57	30	17	6	7	51	35	16
04 CS Universitatea Craiova	54	30	16	6	8	37	27	10
05 Rapid Bucuresti	52	30	15	7	8	40	26	14
06 Universitatea Craiova	40	29	11	7	11	34	29	5
07 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	39	29	10	9	10	43	30	13
08 Petrolul Ploiesti	36	30	11	3	16	28	44	-16
09 FC Voluntari	34	30	8	10	12	28	32	-4
10 Universitaea Cluj	34	30	8	10	12	25	37	-12
11 Hermannstadt	32	30	11	8	11	30	29	1
12 Chindia Targoviste	32	30	7	11	12	32	42	-10
13 FC Botosani	32	30	7	11	12	29	44	-15
14 UTA Arad	27	30	6	9	15	29	41	-12
15 Arges	27	30	6	9	15	21	41	-20
16 CS Mioveni	22	30	4	10	16	23	45	-22

Head To Head

02/12/2022 10:00

Petrolul Ploiesti

2 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

05/08/2022 08:59

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 1

Petrolul Ploiesti

ROM D1

26/04/2022 08:59

Universitaea Cluj

3 - 1

Petrolul Ploiesti

ROM D2

19/03/2022 08:30

Petrolul Ploiesti

0 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D2

07/12/2021 08:00

Petrolul Ploiesti

1 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D2

28/03/2021 05:00

Universitaea Cluj

1 - 2

Petrolul Ploiesti

ROM D2

Petrolul Ploiesti

67%

Draw

17%

Universitaea Cluj

17%

Petrolul Ploiesti Last 6 matches

31/03/2023 11:00

Universitatea Craiova 0 - 1 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

25/03/2023 03:00

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 1 Dinamo Bucuresti INT CF

17/03/2023 11:30

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 0 UTA Arad ROM D1

11/03/2023 08:30

Arges 0 - 1 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

05/03/2023 06:30

Petrolul Ploiesti 0 - 1 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

02/03/2023 11:00

FC Steaua Bucuresti 4 - 1 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Universitaea Cluj

05/04/2023 08:59

Hermannstadt 1 - 2 Universitaea Cluj ROMC

01/04/2023 02:00

UTA Arad 2 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

25/03/2023 03:10

Universitaea Cluj 3 - 1 Minaur Baia Mare INT CF

20/03/2023 12:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 0 Arges ROM D1

13/03/2023 11:30

CFR Cluj 4 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

03/03/2023 11:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 0 Farul Constanta ROM D1

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Petrolul Ploiesti

Universitaea Cluj

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.46

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.82

Scored

Avg. per game

0.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.56

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 39 matches

YesNo

15 (38%)24 (62%)

In last 39 matches

NoYes

16 (41%)23 (59%)

Petrolul Ploiesti

Recent matches

Universitaea Cluj

Under /Over

(64%)25 14(36%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)26 13(33%)

Under /Over

(23%)9 30(77%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(28%)11 28(72%)

Under /Over

(36%)14 25(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(23%)9 30(77%)

/Yes

(36%)14 25(64%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(41%)16 23(59%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Petrolul Ploiesti

Universitaea Cluj

Shots

Petrolul Ploiesti

Total shots

8.10 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

10.95 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Petrolul Ploiesti Pass Universitaea Cluj

Total passes

8136

Avg. 387 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

46%

Total passes

8963

Avg. 448 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Petrolul Ploiesti

Played games

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.36

3.46

135

Corners

175

4.49

14.62

570

Throw-ins

574

14.72

1.69

Offsides

1.79

2.95

115

GK saves

2.36

Petrolul Ploiesti

DISCIPLINARY

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.13

2.44

0.21

0.15

11.31

441

Fouls

477

12.23

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

08/01

CS Universitatea Craiova

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How We Build the Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitaea Cluj Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitaea Cluj on 16 April 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Romania Liga I fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitaea Cluj Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Petrolul Ploiesti's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Universitaea Cluj's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Romania Liga I Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Romania Liga I standings and the Romania Liga I form table to understand exactly where Petrolul Ploiesti and Universitaea Cluj sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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